A Roman god In Roman mythology, Cupid is the son of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. And he is known as the god of affection. Legend has it that Cupid shoots magical gold-tipped arrows at gods and humans alike. By piercing their heart with an arrow, he causes individuals to fall deeply in love.

Whats Cupid known as?

Long before the Romans adopted and renamed him—and way before his association with Valentines Day—Cupid was known to the Greeks as Eros, the handsome god of love.

When did Cupid become popular?

This is seen in 1602 with Caravaggios Cupid, which showed a young, nude boy with wings and a bow. Valentines Day was already becoming popular in the 18th century, and by the turn of the 19th century, Cupid had become linked to the holiday for his love-creating abilities.

Why is Cupid and Psyche famous?

In the 19th century, it notably inspired an ode by John Keats, a prose version by Walter Pater and a long poetical work by William Morris, illustrated by Sir Edward Burne-Jones. Today, Cupid and Psyche still symbolise everlasting love - as can be seen by the numerous images of them that appear on Valentines cards.

What is Cupids power?

Powers/Abilities: Cupid possesses the conventional attributes of the Olympian Gods such as superhuman strength (Class 25), endurance and longevity. He also has extensive archery skills in shooting love arrows, physical projectiles imbued with his powers to cause affection for the first thing his victims see.

Who was the smartest God?

Thoth: The Smartest God. The Old Gods still walk among us.